Outdoor Recreation Links

Bristol is in Northeastern Addison County, at the western foot of the Green Mountains. The New Haven River flows out of the mountains and through town. Please follow COVID19 guidelines for outdoor recreation in Vermont
Parks

Bristol Town Green- Center of town with a fountain and bandstand. Link for history- Bristol Core
Bristol Veterans Memorial Park- Wooded park with paths across a roaring waterfall. Link for history- Bristol Core
Sycamore Park-A day use recreation area, swimming and fishing. Link for history- Bristol Core
Eagle Park-handicapped access, picnic tables.

Biking/Mountain Biking
Bristol is home to many local trails as well as Pump Track located on the Bristol Rec. Field. MOB (Mountain Bike Bristol) organizes and sponsors trail work and group rides. Bristol is also a popular stopping point for Sojourn and Backroads bike tours.

The Watershed Trail link
Green Mountain Family Campground map

Water Sports
Bristol Pond is great for canoeing, Stand Up Paddleboarding, fishing, and kayaking
New Haven River is known for white water kayaking and part of the New Haven Ledges Race, bringing kayakers from all over New England